Obsessions

If you are a regular reader of my Blog you have probably noticed that I have certain obsessions. Usually I obsess about pizza and shoes, but now I have a new one - CHAIRS! Last year we purchased a stunning pair of Kaare Klint chairs for a Georgetown client. They are the most simple, elegant, and pure chairs I have seen in a long time. These chairs set off my latest obsession. Naturally, I had to find 6 dining room chairs by Kaare Klint. This week we are bidding on this pair of side chairs for a client's home in Chevy Chase, Maryland. It is always fun to have a client that appreciates beautiful furniture and allows me to vicariously feed my new obsession.

 

One of a Kind

McQueen, Savaged Beauty

The work of fashion designer, Alexander McQueen, is currently on view at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. This show is not to be missed and please allow yourself at least two hours to view this exhibition. Currently on view through July, 31st 2011.

National Arboretum

One of the great things about Washington, DC is that it is full of hidden treasures. One of them being the National Arboretum. This time of year it is an unbelievable place to visit. From the azalea gardens, the boxwoods and the bonsai exhibition, this is something you shouldn’t miss. It is located a little bit out of the way (3501 New York Ave NE Washington D.C, 20002) and especially due to the current construction on the New York Avenue bridge it will take some patience but the pay off is breath taking.

Eat, Sleep, and Poop

One of my favorite children's shop is Hadley-eat-sleep-poop & play. Located in Chicago, this wonderful kids shop now sells online. Of course, my favorite item is the Netto Polar Bear Rocker.

Handmade: A.B.K. Custom Leather Craft

This is the start of a new series celebrating artisans who bring individuality and craft to one singular medium. Alya B. Kazakevich is our first profile. This wonderful young woman makes handcrafted shoes, handbags, and accessories in a small shop on Henry Street in Brooklyn, New York. She makes all of her creations from domestically produced vegetable tanned leather.

May 2011